2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | R2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
